Priest tells Christians to practice social distancing as Easter approaches: 'One of the most generous things you can do'

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Priest tells Christians to practice social distancing as Easter approaches

A prominent Catholic priest called on the faithful to practice social distancing this week, the peak of Lent, in contrast to some other religious leaders who have called for churches to remain open as Easter approaches and the coronavirus spreads.

"I think that's one of the most generous things you can do, which is to take those cautions to prevent infecting other people," Martin said of Christians observing Lent, the time between Ash Wednesday and Easter Sunday where many followers abstain from some of the comforts of their lives.

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